What is the composition of SAE 5155 Chromium Steel?

Published composition ranges are not available for SAE 5155 Chromium Steel in this record. PARTIAL - parsed from a truncated 500-char source excerpt; the element set is INCOMPLETE and must NOT be used for validation, specification or purchasing

What standards cover SAE 5155 Chromium Steel?

The governing standards for SAE 5155 Chromium Steel include SAE J404, UNS K45500. Mill certificates typically call out the most specific AMS or ASTM number applicable to the product form.

What is SAE 5155 Chromium Steel used for?

This alloy is used in applications demanding the property set described in its family: low_alloy_steel.

How do I verify a mill certificate for SAE 5155 Chromium Steel?

Compare each element value on the certificate against the min/max ranges in the spec table above. Paste the values into the SpecBase validator to get an automated pass/fail check.

SAE 5155 Chromium Steel

UNS K45500 low_alloy_steel

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Quick answer

SAE 5155 Chromium Steel is a low alloy steel specified by SAE J404, UNS K45500. Typical composition: .

SAE 5155 is a medium-carbon chromium steel known for its good hardenability and strength, often used for springs and other parts requiring good fatigue resistance.

Applicable Standards

SAE J404
UNS K45500

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